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Israel-Hamas truce in Gaza extended as more hostages freed

The temporary ceasefire will last another day after it was extended just before it was due to expire. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WtQrSgk

Hamas hostages: Thai workers return to overjoyed families in Bangkok

After nearly 50 days in Hamas captivity, 17 workers have returned home to Thailand. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kOidMPr

Family return to wreckage of their Gaza home

Wael Qudeih has already had to rebuild his family home twice after previous conflicts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WVvy6ro

Kaunda suits, loved by Kenya's President William Ruto, banned in parliament

The so-called Kaunda suit is not part of a proper dress code, the Speaker of Parliament says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Mj5ktKa

Gazans queue for days for a limited supply of cooking gas, BBC told

Gazans are queuing for fuel, but there is no guarantee they will be able to get any. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sgAFcG4

Rare Sumatran rhino born in Indonesia

There are only around 40 of the animals left in the world, conservationists say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/f2Pv9g3

Moment transatlantic flight using 100% green fuels takes off from Heathrow

It is the first transatlantic flight powered solely by alternative fuels. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nfJVDmG

Released 12-year-old Israeli hostage hugs mum

Eitan Yahalomi and his father were taken to Gaza by Hamas on the back of motorcycles, his mother said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/M2GDzsm

Forklift chase: Ann Arbor Police chase 12-year-old boy

Police say preliminary investigations show the vehicle was unlocked with the key inside when it was taken. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YdrOSm6

US Navy seizes attackers who held Israel-linked tanker

Houthi rebels fired missiles towards the warship which chased the armed men trying to escape by boat. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Yb1s7xM

Israel-Lebanon border: The Irish troops watching Israel’s hidden conflict

As one of the region's most dangerous borders hots up, peacekeepers have an ever more perilous job. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7cNST9s

For some Israeli hostage families, the painful wait goes on

There was a mix of hope and fear this weekend for the families of hostages expected to remain in Gaza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PptDFYn

Elgin Marbles in UK 'like cutting Mona Lisa in half'

The Greek prime minister calls for the reunification of the artefacts, also known as the Parthenon Sculptures. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gW7Ra9t

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Families face agonising wait after rescue delay

"I pray to God... please don't take this son away from me," says Chaudhary, whose son is trapped. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/o3vtrw8

Sierra Leone under curfew as prisoners on the loose

Gunmen attacked a military barracks then broke into a prison in Freetown, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wHRz7au

'I thought climate change was a hoax. Now I've changed my mind'

Sarah Ott spent years as a climate change sceptic - now she's an advocate for clean energy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bTWFnm8

Israel's Palestinian prisoner release a 'window of hope' in West Bank

The return of 39 women and teenagers is being seen by some as a symbolic victory over Israel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KVnug5q

Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by biggest drone since war began

Thousands of homes are without power after Russia bombarded the capital over six hours. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kaumG53

Mount Etna: Volcano sprays lava into Sicily's night sky

Europe's most active volcano spurts lava near Italy's city of Catania. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KWApjxZ

Clemence Mtenga: Tanzanian student killed in Israel was a 'leader' to classmates

Clemence Mtenga should have graduated from university this week - instead his body is being flown home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XbpiUKy

North Korea: Kim Jong Un celebrates 'space power' after spy satellite launch

North Korea calls its satellite launch a success - but South Korea says it is not known if it is working. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n9ljYUB

Korean true crime fan murdered stranger 'out of curiosity'

The 23-year-old woman in South Korea was obsessed with crime shows and hunted for victims on a tutoring app. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EFrwcSq

Moment flash mob ransacks Nike store in Los Angeles

The thieves stole $12,000 (around £9,500) worth of merchandise. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/O5geL7Y

Rat plague spreads to Australia's fishing towns

With more wet weather expected for Queensland, some people believe the worst is yet to come. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/W4GCH6j

What we know about Israel-Hamas Gaza deal on hostages

The agreement should see Hamas release 50 hostages during a four-day pause in fighting in Gaza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xCUIjSp

French pilot sentenced for decapitating skydiver with wing of plane

Nicolas Galy, 40, died after being struck by the aircraft he had jumped out of seconds before. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eSBaGpm

North Korea spy satellite: South partially suspends military deal after launch

South Korea will resume surveillance flights along its border with the North. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RSLHiXf

Liberia election: Vehicle rams crowd celebrating President-elect Boakai's victory

At least three have died after a car hit people cheering Joseph Boakai's presidential election win. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Pm5WRYD

Israel recalls its ambassador from South Africa

It comes a day after South Africa called for an ICC arrest warrant against Israel's prime minister. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y5mHwqM

More than 600,000 displaced by floods in Somalia

The number of displaced people by the rains in Somalia has gone up by 100,000 in just one week, bringing the number to close to 650,000 people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/O4mtq6Z

'I had to cut up old clothes to use as period pads'

Inside a project tackling period poverty, with an army of thousands of volunteers across the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xIg6VHG

Albania: Opposition politicians set off coloured smoke bombs in parliament

The smoke flares and fire were part of an attempt to try and stop the chamber voting on the 2024 budget. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vErYks4

Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse expecting first child

Singer Suki Waterhouse announces she is having a baby with the Batman actor after revealing her baby bump. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/A46hIFK

Burna Boy and Rema win inaugural Billboard Afrobeats awards

The Nigerian artists are the first winners in the new category at the Billboard Music Awards in the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Aqd8oJH

Shakira: Singer reaches deal over Spanish tax fraud case

Shakira, who has repeatedly denied wrongdoing, settled "with the best interest of my kids at heart". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BychvQz

Napoleon's Ridley Scott on critics and cinema 'bum ache'

The director says his response to criticism from historians about his film would "have a bleep in it". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NXwkxZ1

Corruption, bribery, treachery: The history of US House expulsions

George Santos could soon join a very small club when the House votes, again, on expelling him. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tv3J5UK

Rahul Dravid: The man behind India’s dream run in 2023 World Cup cricket

From a legendary batter to the head coach of the Indian cricket team, Rahul Dravid has done it all. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/64HWyw8

Sudan conflict: ‘Our lives have become a piece of hell’

Those living through the war, now in its seventh month, tell the BBC conditions are worse than ever. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5PGQ6A1

China navy used sonar pulses against divers, Australia says

Canberra says naval divers suffered injuries following a high-seas encounter with a Chinese warship. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wqmnEWN

Israel finds second hostage body near Al-Shifa hospital

The hostage's body was found as troops continue their search in and around Gaza's biggest hospital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OsPGUKR

Harry Styles haircut reveal lights up fan debate

The former One Direction star confirms his famous mop top is History - and fans have strong thoughts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bDLHw2E

Travis Scott breaks silence on Astroworld tragedy

The star says he is still "devasted" by the loss of life at his show and "thinks about it every day". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/subi0ON

BBC goes inside Al-Shifa Hospital with the Israeli army

The BBC enters hospital with Israeli forces and views small cache of weapons and other items they say were found there. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Uf3AukO

Guinness World Record: Nigerian sets record for longest wig

Helen Williams had to lay the wig out on a highway in Nigeria so it could be measured. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oRptIMD

Jammu: At least 36 die after bus falls into India gorge

More than 50 passengers were on board when a bus skidded off a road in the Himalayas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mCxqjO3

SA rugby office burglars touch but leave World Cup trophy

Burglars break into South Africa's Rugby Union HQ but decide not to steal the World Cup trophy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PMhUB3q

Dominica to create world's first sperm whale reserve

The Caribbean island will protect an area of ocean from commercial fishing to safeguard sperm whales. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Vg76uca

King Charles cuts 75th birthday cake: 'We'll have to give you doggy bags!'

The King celebrated his 75th birthday with a party at Highgrove House in Gloucestershire. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Y5izPXg

Australian club cricketer takes six wickets in final over to win match

Australian club cricketer Gareth Morgan takes six wickets in the final six balls of a match to seal a dramatic victory. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/X8rdOh7

Toddler among US hostages in Gaza - White House

The three-year-old hostage was raised in a Sunday call between President Biden and Qatar's Sheikh Tamim. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vsneUfq

Iceland quakes weaker but volcano warning persists

Seismic activity has been less intense but a volcanic eruption still seems imminent, scientists say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ek7A9FQ

Mein Kampf found in Hamas base - Israeli president

Isaac Herzog told the BBC that Hitler's book was found at a site used by Hamas in northern Gaza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eFG5aQ3

Ugandan army officers sacked for cowardice in attack on Somalia's Bulo Marer Atmis base

More than 50 soldiers were killed in the attack by al-Shabab fighters in May. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BPWME58

Imo state won by Nigeria's APC, election results expected in Bayelsa and Kogi

Saturday's elections in three states were marred by reports of low turnout, violence and rigging. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ugsBrTf

In Gaza, fleeing refugees face hunger and disease: 'We are in the Dark Ages’

Hundreds of thousands who fled bombs are now washing in polluted seawater and sleeping in packed tents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0HAQXgU

Donald Trump: Legal experts see uphill battle in fraud case

Two weeks of testimony from Donald Trump and his family has hurt his case, say lawyers watching. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pTJWQEV

Luis Díaz's father speaks for first time since kidnap

The Liverpool FC footballer's father spoke of his plight after being held by Colombian guerrillas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HbgGJOc

Pope Francis fires Texan bishop after criticism of reforms

Joseph Strickland is "relieved" from governance following a Vatican investigation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tECOB1f

Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by first air attack in 52 days, say authorities

Elsewhere, near the Black Sea port of Odesa, there were reports of at least two missile attacks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ea7jRFT

Germany hiking group reported to police as illegal migrants

Someone told police the group hiking through Saxony in eastern Germany were "foreigners". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NrftKoP

Poland's Tusk-led pro-EU opposition signs deal and waits to govern

Days after the PiS governing party is invited to try and form a coalition, the opposition says it is ready. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZrTyf7i

Frank Borman: Nasa astronaut who led Apollo 8 moon mission dies

Tributes are being paid to Frank Borman who was part of the first mission to leave the Earth's orbit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rLH9M5T

US and China reach 'some agreements' on climate - John Kerry

The two nations finding common ground is a crucial part of any consensus at COP28. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ecXv3Bl

Apple should pay €13bn Irish tax, argues EU lawyer

The opinion is the latest twist in a long-running saga between the EU, Apple and the Irish government. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5K07kLH

Kenya ID cards: New charge sparks outcry

The cards used to be free - the new charge come amid a cost-of living crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vCS91rB

Top Gun: Maverick spoiler threat prompts officer to pull gun on colleague

An Australian officer is sentenced after threatening to shoot a colleague over a plot spoiler. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/a8lV9Ok

Spanish fury at Pedro Sánchez' controversial amnesty plan for power

Right-wing protests against acting prime minister Pedro Sánchez are growing increasingly violent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/04PECtI

G7 Summit: Block insists support for Ukraine 'will never waver'

G7 bloc insists that the Israel-Gaza war will not weaken its resolve to back Kyiv. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xBJlpAZ

Fire tornado sweeps through Australian outback

There was 'absolutely nothing we could do but sit back and watch', the company who shared the video said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OZ4qyWi

Hollywood strike: Actors union Sag says issues still outstanding

Now in its 117th day, US actors' union says there is still no agreement on several issues including AI. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1cKfWoy

California boat captain guilty over fire that killed 34

Jerry Boylan failed to train his crew before a fire ripped through the boat in California, a jury found. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ONn4LjK

Ukraine war: Grenade birthday gift kills army chief Zaluzhny's aide

Maj Hennadiy Chastyakov was opening presents at home near Kyiv with his son a the time of the blast. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qKYQgbU

Uganda's Yoweri Museveni hits back over expulsion from US-Africa trade pact Agoa

Joe Biden expelled Uganda from the Agoa trade deal last week after it passed a new anti-homosexuality law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/A9NovBh

Nepal earthquake: Survivors cremate the dead, face uncertain future

Homeless and sleeping in the cold outdoors, Nepal's earthquake survivors appeal for assistance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/svL7ZFh

Rescued bear arrives in UK via Eurotunnel

The Swedish zoo it has come from is closing and staff were told to "euthanise" those animals left. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/azhmYHr

BBC on scene of damage after blast at Gaza refugee camp

Hamas officials say more than 30 people were killed after an Israeli strike, the IDF says it is investigating. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lRDA6H

Bowen: Five new realities after four weeks of Israel-Gaza war

There are few known quantities in the conflict but some things have become clear, says Jeremy Bowen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LGvQpmA

Rock in a hard place: France-Spain border residents angry over road blocks

Members of a French coastal town are campaigning to reopen a road connecting it with Spain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3g057eV

What a Donald Trump second term would look like

If he returns to the White House by winning the 2024 election, here is what he has said he wants to do. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hglVKsf

Minister's awkward EU summit kiss causes controversy

Croatia's foreign minister sparked controversy by greeting his German counterpart with a kiss. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zKYQGV

Car crash leads to fireworks show on Canadian motorway

An accident involving a lorry and a pickup truck led to an impromptu, hour-long pyrotechnics show. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Eo0jHwz

Pisa floods as Storm Ciarán strikes Tuscany

At least three people were killed as the storm struck Italy, after battering several other countries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/i7gdpVr

Swiss village of Aarwangen in ding-dong over challenge to cowbells

New residents in a Bernese Alpine village object to the traditional sound of rural Switzerland. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UCieba

Boko Haram kills 37 in Nigeria's Yobe state - police

Mourners attending the burial of villagers shot dead by jihadists are killed in their vehicle, police say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Y0MAa7o

Li Keqiang: Chinese leader's hometown mourns his death

Thousands gather in Li's hometown to honour the former Chinese premier who died last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BhgPC2f

Migrant caravan heading through Mexico to US grows in numbers

The size of the group of migrants which set off from Mexico's southern border on Monday is increasing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/L5aXwCA

Uganda court fines US couple $28,000 for child cruelty

The couple had faced life in prison on charges of torture but agreed to a plea bargain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WcKOiIQ

Luis Díaz: Colombians march for release of footballer's father

The father of Liverpool footballer Luis Díaz was kidnapped by armed men in his hometown in Colombia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Xf3r6v7

Florida: Pilot rescued after plane crashes into Everglades

Video shows the man sitting on the plane's wing waiting for help, before helicopter arrives to airlift him to hospital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8KoSVrE

Halloween 2023: Heidi Klum wows at her annual party as a peacock

Celebrities donned their best spooky outfits at Klum's 22nd annual party in New York. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rcqQOhf